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Date night for many couples is sadly long overdue. Time, money, creativity can all get in the way... and if you’ve got kids, there’s the extra hurdle of finding someone trustworthy to care for them while you whoop it up. We compiled some tips to help you find and hire the perfect person. In fact, we suggest you fill a roster with several sitters.

1. Know Where to Look

It may seem impossible, but finding a reliable sitter is possible. Try these ideas:

Ask family and/or friends to babysit. If you battle with feeling guilty about asking loved ones to babysit (as I do), know that they’ve been in your shoes and totally get it. Half of the battle is allowing yourself to ask because, in most cases, grandma and grandpa would love the extra time with junior; and your friends are always down to help too.

They say that Virginia is for lovers, and after a stay at the romantic L’Auberge Provençale French Country Inn in the lush Shenandoah Valley, that proclamation is sure to ring true. For over 30 years, innkeepers Celeste and Alain Borel have made it their mission to provide the most authentic reflection of their Provençal heritage within every detail of L’Auberge. From the well-designed rooms and suites, and award-winning restaurant, to the beautifully maintained garden, orchard, and grounds, the couple has offered guests a true French countryside experience right here in America.